Although some of our work is office based, or can be carried out remotely, our data gathering is carried out in-situ. Therefore, surveying is definitely an outdoor activity suited to people who like hiking in rugged terrain and who are used to working in extreme weather. We can literally be working in any location, from …
The Geospatial Commission was established in 2018 by the government as an expert committee responsible for setting the UK’s geospatial strategy and coordinating public sector geospatial activity. It is part of the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, playing a crucial role to deliver improved public services, create new better-paid jobs and grow the economy. …
Charting through history: revolutionising the process and accuracy of mapmaking Mapmaking, or cartography, has been around ever since humans walked the Earth – and needed to record features and routes through local terrain. There’s no definitive answer as to who invented mapmaking, as prehistoric examples have been present in many cultures, from the earliest examples …
So, how can we be sure that we are doing all we can to maintain the high standards we set ourselves? Our membership of various professional organisations and our professional accreditations are never just for show. It means that our employees and our clients can rest assured that we keep constant vigilance when it comes …
Unless this is your profession or area of interest, there is a good chance you won’t have considered this. However, without well-educated and experienced surveyors, the consequences of inaccurate or no land surveys can be significant. Inaccurate measurements can lead to boundary disputes, costly errors, such as buildings being built in the wrong position or …
Budgeting for projects Similarly, when it comes to creating budgets for civil and construction projects, you will be looking for cost effective and value for money solutions, not just the cheapest possible option. You need to be sure that your supplier is not cutting corners, as this is likely to lead to costly delays, or …
Making a distinction Because they are both involved in the broader construction industry, all surveyors are often lumped together into one category. Our type of surveyor involves surveying land and buildings, in terms of their dimensions, contents and features. A geospatial surveyor – also called a land or geomatics surveyor – measures and depicts the …
We can carry out these surveys for a number of reasons, from an evaluation of the plot’s worth, for a feasibility study (is a site worth developing or will it get planning), to a full-scale design or structural development before planning or construction begins on a project. These surveys can detail all kinds of …
Professional Indemnity Insurance (PII) is vital when owning a geospatial surveying business and it provides reassurance to our clients when briefing work to us. Government agencies require their supply chain to have a high level of PII, to cover any eventuality on building projects and we are no exception. We are proud to have PII …
The services we provide will support you throughout your project. We will be with you from: Pre-planning Site preparation On-site construction Post construction What you may not know is, we can deliver all your survey needs throughout the construction journey, by providing you with one quote for multiple survey services. This increases value for money …
